BACKSTOP
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Backstop.
How to pronounce backstop:
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Backstop - as a noun
(baseball) a fence or screen (as behind home plate) to prevent the ball from traveling out of the playing field
A precaution in case of an emergency
Example: "He acted as a backstop in case anything went wrong"
Backstop - as a verb
Act as a backstop
Example Sentences
"The government has put in place a financial backstop to support struggling businesses."
"The net behind the goal is used as a backstop to catch any wayward shots."
"The company hired a consultant to act as a backstop for the project."
"The insurance policy serves as a backstop against potential losses."
"They installed a backstop fence in their backyard for practicing baseball."
Word Game Points
Is BACKSTOP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, backstop is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BACKSTOP has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is BACKSTOP a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, backstop is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBACKSTOP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is BACKSTOP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, backstop is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBACKSTOP has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
